Coordinator, Payroll

In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority (Island Health) patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.

Reporting to the Manager, Payroll, the Coordinator is responsible for the processing of a large bi-weekly multi-union payroll system by performing a variety of functions such as ensuring deadlines for payroll are met, processes follow established Payroll procedures, and appropriate internal controls are maintained. The Coordinator oversees the Payroll functions by performing a variety of supervisory duties such as scheduling, coordinating and delegating work assignments, and selecting and orienting staff. This position requires professional judgment as duties access sensitive and confidential data.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Training And Experience

A level of education, training and experience equivalent to a Baccalaureate degree in Accounting, Finance or Information Technology or a professional accounting designation (CGA, CMA or CA) with a minimum of five (5) years' recent related payroll and system application experience within a complex, computerized, multi-union environment.

Skills And Abilities

• Knowledge of healthcare contracts, payroll processes, computer programming, PC desktop and report writing tools desired.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communications skills.
• Proven administration, project management and supervisory skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships and communication with all levels of staff, senior personnel or outside agencies and relevant government agencies.
• Physical ability to perform the duties of the job.

Job Requirements:
https://jd.viha.ca/JD2292.pdf